RONALD McDONALD HOUSE OF INDIANA
Every year, more than 1,900 families stay at the Ronald McDonald House of Indiana while their children receive life-saving treatment at Indianapolis hospitals.  Help the Ronald McDonald House keep families together when they need each other the most.  Visit www.rmh-indiana.org today to offer your support.

COLUMBUS ROTARY CLUB HELPING HAITI WITH SHELTER BOXES
The Columbus Rotary Club has joined a Rotary International Initiative for relief in Haiti sending Shelter Boxes to those displaced by the recent earthquakes.  Each box supplies an extended family of up to 10 people with a tent and lifesaving equipment to use while they are displaced or homeless.  The contents are tailored depending on the nature and the location of the disaster.  Over 22,000 boxes were shipped to the Indian Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina.  Each box costs $1000, and the Columbus Rotarians have sent a box to Haiti and are collecting funds to send more.  For more information or to send contributions to the Columbus Rotary Club, c/o Tasha Mann, Treasurer, P.O. Box 1091, Columbus, IN 47202,  email: tasha@wcsiradio.com, call 372-4448, or visit shelterbox.org.  
       

1st ANNUAL TONY STEWART GOLF OUTING
Timbergate Golf Course will host the first annual Tony Stewart Golf Outing to benefit the "Catch A Dream Foundation", Saturday, August 28th. Shotgun start at 8:00 AM.  $400 per team (4 person scramble).  Sponsorships available.  $500 hole sponsor gets a sign at the hole and a 4-person team in the tourney. The "Catch A Dream Foundation" benefits children ages 12-16. This event is sponsored by 104.9 The River.  Deadline to enter is August 25th.  For an entry form and more details, click here.

COLUMBUS FARMER'S MARKET 
The Columbus Farmer's Market, 6th & Washington Streets, in downtown Columbus, from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM every Saturday through September.  The July 31st Market will feature music from 3-Chord Monty and Trumpets Four.   For more information, visit www.columbusfarmersmarket.org.

BIGGEST BLOCK PARTY EVER! IN COLUMBUS
The Columbus Area Arts Council will present the Biggest Block Party Ever! at 4th & Washington Streets in downtown Columbus on Saturday, July 31st, starting at 5:30 PM.  There will be 12 bands playing on 3 stages. Food, drinks, kids' activities and more. Admission is $6, 12 & under get in free.

J-C-B NEIGHBORFEST IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS
The J-C-B Neighborfest featuring music from Greg Foresman will be on Thursday, August 5th, from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the 300th Block of Washington Street in downtown Columbus. 

"AND THEN THERE WERE NONE" IN SHELBYVILLE AND EDINBURGH
Tickets are on sale for "And Then There Were None", Agatha Christie's classic murder-mystery play, for performances in Shelbyville and Edinburgh.  The performances in Shelbyville will be at The Strand Theatre from Thursday, August 5th - Sunday, August 8th.  Show times will be 7:30 PM Thursday - Saturday and 2:00 PM on Sunday.  Advance tickets, $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students,  may be purchased at Mickey's T-Mart, 748 S. Harrison, and the Shelbyville Antique Mall, 117 S. Harrison.  Performance dates in Edinburgh will be on Friday, August 13th, and Saturday, August 14th, at the Pixy Theatre.  Advance tickets may be purchased at Schaffer's Restaurant, 101 E. Maincross, and the Mutual Savings Bank, 206 S. Main, Edinburgh.  For more information, call 317-392-6844.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS
The First Baptist Church of Columbus invites children through 6th grade to Vacation Bible School as Joseph travels on "A Journey Through Egypt".  The fun will include real life dramas, high energy games, sample tasty snacks, and music!  Kickoff will be on Friday, August 6th, from 5:30 - 8:00 PM, Full Day Immersion will be on Saturday, August 7th, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM with lunch provided, and Celebration Sunday on August 8th from 9:15 - 11:30 AM.  For more information, call the church at 376-3321.

BACK TO SCHOOL YARD SALE AT HARRISON COLLEGE IN COLUMBUS
The Student Government at Harrison College in Columbus, 2222 Poshard Drive, will sponsor a Back to School Yard Sale on Saturday, August 7th, starting at 9:00 AM.  There will children and adult clothing, books, household items, and much more!  A portion of the proceeds will go to the Student Government Fund, which is used to help current students that are struggling.  For more information, call 812-379-9000. 

POKER RUN TO BENEFIT FISHER HOUSE INTERNATIONAL
The VFW Post 1969, 3100 Michigan Road, in Madison, will sponsor a Poker Run to benefit Fisher House International on Saturday, August 7th.  Advance registration can be done at the post for $15.00 per person or $20.00 per couple. On the day of the ride from 10:00 - 11:30 AM the cost will be $20.00 per person or $25.00 per couple.  The ride will start at Noon.  There will be 3 stops on the ride to draw cards, with the final card to be drawn at the Madison VFW Post.  A meal and raffles will take place at the post after the ride.  Fisher Houses are located world wide and provide temporary lodging for families of wounded veterans during their recuperation.  For more information, call 273-3001.

COLUMBUS FARMER'S MARKET 
The Columbus Farmer's Market, 6th & Washington Streets, in downtown Columbus, from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM every Saturday through September.  The August 7th Market will feature a Cheer Fund Breakfast and music from Barney Quick Jazz.  For more information, visit www.columbusfarmersmarket.org.

ANNUAL HOG ROAST & COUNTRY STORE AT SANDCREEK AZALIA FRIENDS
The Sandcreek Azalia Friends (Quakers), 800 S and 350 E, invites you to their 24th Annual Hog Roast and Country Store on Saturday, August 7th, from 4:00 - 7:00 PM.  Tickets are $9.00 for adults and $6.00 for children, and ages 3 and under get in free.  The meal will include: fresh tomatoes, cole slaw, green beans, baked beans, corn on the cob, roast pork, grilled chicken, dinner rolls, lemonade, and iced tea. 

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OFFERS SUMMER HERITAGE ARTS WORKSHOPS
The Bartholomew County Historical Society is offering additional classes in their heritage arts series.

*The Making Metal Miniatures class will be held on Saturday, August 14th.  Students will delve into the history of tiny tin, pewter, and lead figures, and create one to take home.

For more information or to register, call the Bartholomew County Historical Society at 372-3541. 

COLUMBUS FARMER'S MARKET 
The Columbus Farmer's Market, 6th & Washington Streets, in downtown Columbus, from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM every Saturday through September.  The August 14th Market will be Chef's Demo Day featuring music from Brad Antcliff and Sean & Sarah McKelvie.  For more information, visit www.columbusfarmersmarket.org.

 ROCK THE PARK AT MILL RACE PARK IN COLUMBUS
The Columbus Area Arts Council will present Rock the Park, featuring the Gin Blossoms and The Rembrandts in concert on Saturday, August 14th, at Mill Race Park in Columbus.  Gates will open at 6:00 PM with the show starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $20.00.  For tickets and more information, visit www.artsincolumbus.org or the studios of 104.9 The River and Y-106.  Rock the Park is sponsored by 104.9 The River, Indiana's Rock Station Y-106, Enkei America, Ivy Tech Community College, Mainsource Bank, and The Republic.

FRANKLIN MEADOWS RIDE FOR MEMORIES 
Franklin Meadows will sponsor and B & T Sales will host the "Ride for Memories" Charity Motorcycle Ride on Saturday, August 28th.  The cost is $20.00 per bike or $30.00 per couple.  Registration and complimentary breakfast will be from 9:00 - 10:45 AM, and the Ride starts at 11:00 AM at The Tasty Shop, 510 W. Center Cross, Edinburgh.  There will be 50/50 drawings, a poker run, raffles, and a hog roast and music after the ride.  Proceeds will go to the Alzheimer's Association to help fund research and awareness.  For more information, call Dee Burton at 812-343-1461.